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Bicycle trends in Germany: on the wheel!
The German and your bike – a love story. At the latest with the first warm days will be back fully on the bike paths. Everything you need to know before you swing in Germany on the saddle.
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Fantastic Routes
Germany has a dense network of Cycling trails that lead through forests (such as the Bavarian forest), urban Jungle (“Bicycle highway” in the Ruhr area) and flowering nature, as here, by the valley of the AHR. The AHR valley with its steep vineyards and delicious grape varieties known.
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Bicycle driver’s license for elementary school students
In Germany, children are approached early in the bike. Up to primary school, you have so much experience in the two-Wheeler gathered that you are in for a Bicycle driving test ready. Police bring you before the most important rules of the road.
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On Sundays in Germany
With the first rays of the sun it comes to traffic jams on bike trails. Those who look closely, you will notice maybe a typical German phenomenon: There are many, mostly older couples, who are happy to look like partners. Mens and bike from the same manufacturer as well as colour-coordinated jerseys. At this sight, everyone falls in love yet again re – …
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Bike riders welcome!
Münster has been named the 2014 in a survey conducted by the ADFC, the most Bicycle-friendly city in Germany. Karlsruhe and Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany made it to the places two and three. The larger cities generally perform rather poorly. Berlin landed only on place 30. The reason: parked cars on roads and cycle paths, lots of construction and ungeräumte trails in the Winter.
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The professional as a role model
In the spring, we must all come to realize that we can no longer hide the cookies, and Easter eggs under thick jumpers. But fortunately it is elastic, breathable functional clothing. A lot of the spring of cyclists one sees in the same jerseys as the pros, regardless of your athletic Fitness and your rescue rings.
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Caution Pedestrians!
Because of the many extra-for you have created the way of the cyclists in Germany tend to take Driving very seriously. That is to say, who’s not racing with a bike on the bike path, should jump to the side. Otherwise he will ring the bell, possibly deafened by the shrill Bicycle or run over. Cyclists, be kind to pedestrians. You have forgotten the rules!
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Rule number one: No alcohol on the Handlebars
Who gets on the bike, you should check his alcohol level. In this case, the wheel is the best Alternative to the car after a fun evening, right? But a drunk cyclist is in the road almost as dangerous as a drunk motorist. Therefore, one can even lose his car licence, if you get caught with a Flag on the wheel.
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E-Bikes conquer the cycle paths
To ride a bike does not mean in Germany that you can’t afford a car. It is a normal means of transport is not only a sport. Therefore, it is quite acceptable to give a small engine a little help. So-called E-Bikes are now seen more often on German bike paths, however, they are preferred rather by older Cycling.
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Take your wheel!
In Germany it is allowed to drive his bike to train with a special ticket. But beware: anyone Who tries on a Sunny day, his oily bike in a full wagon into the squeeze, might be inclined to be looked at. Finally, you could cycle Yes to the goal. In such situations, a folding bike is very handy, especially for the other passengers.
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A meeting place for the wire donkey experts
Once-a-year two-Wheeler will be meeting Fans in Friedrichshafen in Baden-Württemberg for the trade fair “Eurobike”. The industry can be satisfied: The sales figures are rising steadily. Here is presented the road-bike “Slate’s Force CX1” – its frame weighs 1500 grams. In 2016 the exhibition will take place from 31. August to 4. September.
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Fantastic Routes
Germany has a dense network of Cycling trails that lead through forests (such as the Bavarian forest), urban Jungle (“Bicycle highway” in the Ruhr area) and flowering nature, as here, by the valley of the AHR. The AHR valley with its steep vineyards and delicious grape varieties known.
-
Bicycle driver’s license for elementary school students
In Germany, children are approached early in the bike. Up to primary school, you have so much experience in the two-Wheeler gathered that you are in for a Bicycle driving test ready. Police bring you before the most important rules of the road.
-
On Sundays in Germany
With the first rays of the sun it comes to traffic jams on bike trails. Those who look closely, you will notice maybe a typical German phenomenon: There are many, mostly older couples, who are happy to look like partners. Mens and bike from the same manufacturer as well as colour-coordinated jerseys. At this sight, everyone falls in love yet again re – …
-
Bike riders welcome!
Münster has been named the 2014 in a survey conducted by the ADFC, the most Bicycle-friendly city in Germany. Karlsruhe and Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany made it to the places two and three. The larger cities generally perform rather poorly. Berlin landed only on place 30. The reason: parked cars on roads and cycle paths, lots of construction and ungeräumte trails in the Winter.
-
The professional as a role model
In the spring, we must all come to realize that we can no longer hide the cookies, and Easter eggs under thick jumpers. But fortunately it is elastic, breathable functional clothing. A lot of the spring of cyclists one sees in the same jerseys as the pros, regardless of your athletic Fitness and your rescue rings.
-
Caution Pedestrians!
Because of the many extra-for you have created the way of the cyclists in Germany tend to take Driving very seriously. That is to say, who’s not racing with a bike on the bike path, should jump to the side. Otherwise he will ring the bell, possibly deafened by the shrill Bicycle or run over. Cyclists, be kind to pedestrians. You have forgotten the rules!
-
Rule number one: No alcohol on the Handlebars
Who gets on the bike, you should check his alcohol level. In this case, the wheel is the best Alternative to the car after a fun evening, right? But a drunk cyclist is in the road almost as dangerous as a drunk motorist. Therefore, one can even lose his car licence, if you get caught with a Flag on the wheel.
-
E-Bikes conquer the cycle paths
To ride a bike does not mean in Germany that you can’t afford a car. It is a normal means of transport is not only a sport. Therefore, it is quite acceptable to give a small engine a little help. So-called E-Bikes are now seen more often on German bike paths, however, they are preferred rather by older Cycling.
-
Take your wheel!
In Germany it is allowed to drive his bike to train with a special ticket. But beware: anyone Who tries on a Sunny day, his oily bike in a full wagon into the squeeze, might be inclined to be looked at. Finally, you could cycle Yes to the goal. In such situations, a folding bike is very handy, especially for the other passengers.
-
A meeting place for the wire donkey experts
Once-a-year two-Wheeler will be meeting Fans in Friedrichshafen in Baden-Württemberg for the trade fair “Eurobike”. The industry can be satisfied: The sales figures are rising steadily. Here is presented the road-bike “Slate’s Force CX1” – its frame weighs 1500 grams. In 2016 the exhibition will take place from 31. August to 4. September.
The spring comes and the days are getting longer – and warmer! The ideal time to get back on the bike. But before that happens, here are some tips and Trends that are worth a look before you dusted off the old bike or E – Bike.
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